Your window is a necessary part of your home that seals off large holes in your wall. If we wanted to make it energy-efficient and maintenance-free, we would just remove the window and wall in your entire home, but people like natural light and the ability to see outside.
Unfortunately, glass windows are not that strong and often break or become structurally unsound over time. Keep these warning signs in mind if you're wondering when you need a window replacement.
The speaker in this video recommends getting your windows replaced if you see higher heating and cooling costs, as this can indicate air leaking to the outside.
Also, if you can feel drafts as you walk past your window, you know it's time for that window to go.
If it's difficult to open or close windows, there is a significant danger present if you need to escape the building quickly due to fire. Many laws state that windows have to be operational in living spaces.
Energy efficiency is a huge factor also. If double-pane windows have fog between the panes or are cold to the touch, the gases inside the panes have leaked out and are no longer providing insulation from the elements.
Contact your local window replacement company for more information.
